Appearence and tactics of early 5th century Saxons.

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Apologies if this has been covered elsewhere but I couldn't find anything that really answered the question using the seach function...

I seem to recall reading that by the 5th century Roman equipment and tactics in the West were strongly influenced by the Germanic tribesmen they were fighting.

So:

Would it it true to say that Saxon troops of this period looked much the same as their Roman contemporaries, i.e. large oval shield, long slashing sword, ridge or spangenhelm style helmet, javelin and/or thrusting spear, usually unarmoured, long sleeved tunic, trousers with leg bindings?

And were they using similar tactics?

Any help would be appreciated.